Sports News
MSMU Sophomore Breaks Track Record
The Mount St. Mary’s University (MSMU) Track & Field team recently competed in both the Messiah Invitational and the JMU Invitational in April. During the meets, Sophomore Camryn Jones-Howard broke the school record in the triple jump with a distance of 12.45 meters. She surpassed the previous mark held by her teammate, Madelyn Valpy, who…
Smith Pitches No-Hitter
Taylor Smith, a former Catoctin High School softball player, pitched her first no-hitter of her collegiate career. Smith, a freshman at the University of Virginia, struck out three and walked three batters in the team’s 8-0 win over NC State on April 25. “She was executing on both sides of the plate and was super…
Catoctin’s Newest State Champions and National Champion
The MPSSAA (Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association) Indoor State Track and Field Championship was held on February 17, 2026. Catoctin High School came home from the meet with two state champions! Freshman Kaila Jones won the shot put with a throw of 36 feet 11.75 inches. This was a personal best, and she broke…
SPORTS TALK
With Michael Betteridge This Team Is Fun Sports teams develop a personality. It develops as the challenges of the season unfold. Injuries, tough losses, big wins, and unexpected developments can mold the “vibe.” After a little over a month of softball, you can pretty much see and feel the personality of our Cougars softball team.…
BRSA Makes Donations to Local Archery Teams
The Blue Ridge Sportsmen’s Association (BRSA) recently made a donation of $1,500 each to the Emmitsburg Elementary School (EES) and Thurmont Middle School Archery Teams. Both teams have students who will be advancing to the National Competition in May in Kentucky. BRSA President, Kevin Ditch, says it is important for the organization to support things…
